Winter Birdwatching Hike (In-person)
Winter birdwatching is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and experience the beauty of nature in a quieter season. While some birds have migrated south, many stay behind, bringing life and color to our winter landscape. Some northern species even travel here, treating us to special sightings as they escape harsher climates. Whether you’re
LABASH: Landscape Architecture Student Conference
LABash is a landscape architecture student-led conference that will take place March 12-15, 2025, at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada. LABash is held in North America by a different landscape architecture program each year. The conference brings hundreds of students and professionals together to learn, network, and help shape the future of the
College Royal Open House Weekend
College Royal is the largest university open house event of its kind in North America. Each March, the University of Guelph opens its doors to the general public in a campus-wide open house that attracts thousands of visitors every year. For students, staff, and alumni, College Royal is also a 12-day long event that includes
Student Print show and Sale
Zavitz HallOn March 14 and 15, the University of Guelph Printmaking students in the School of Fine Art and Music will be mounting an exhibition and sale of their prints. Original Lithographs, Etchings, Relief prints and Screen prints from a diverse group of artists will be on display and available for purchase at a reasonable cost.
Virtual Bird Sounds Series
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaInto birding but the songs have you stumped? Whether you are new to learning bird sounds or you want a good refresher, this course is for you. Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures that cover over 150 bird species! We
Graduate Accountability Group – Online
ONLINE Ontario, CanadaThe Graduate Student Accountability Group provides a welcoming, safe and productive online space for graduate students to do their work. The group is facilitated by a learning specialist and is designed to help you identify small goals and accomplish them during short work periods. Comments from previous participants: "The group is a great way to
The Art and Practice of Pruning (In Person)
This half-day workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of pruning and aims to provide you with basic skills to confidently approach pruning in your own landscape. We begin with how to form pruning strategies, including choosing and maintaining equipment and understanding plant growth and timing. Pruning cuts and techniques will be discussed, demonstrated, and
Composting for Gardeners – Composting Piles, Bins and Drums (Virtual)
The previous workshop provided information about the composting process. This workshop is more hands on and looks at various methods for completing both hot and cold composting. Hot composting is the traditional method using one or more bins. This is a great system that makes faster compost, but it is impractical for smaller gardens. Various
Truscott Lecture in Justice 2025 – Reimagining Canada’s Prisons
Join us for a compelling talk exploring the Canadian correctional system, beginning with Howard Saper's personal reflection on the wrongful conviction of Steven Truscott. This discussion will examine the realities of incarceration, the impact of being "tough on crime," and pressing issues such as the overrepresentation of Indigenous people in prisons. Using recent cases—including Paul
Virtual Bird Sounds Series
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaInto birding but the songs have you stumped? Whether you are new to learning bird sounds or you want a good refresher, this course is for you. Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures that cover over 150 bird species! We
Scientific perspectives on the sustainable development of our relationship with farm animals.
With funds received from family and friends of the late Fred Presant, the OAC Alumni Foundation supports the F.W. Presant Memorial Lecture series, which features internationally recognized experts to speak on farmed animal welfare. Linda Keeling is Professor of Animal Welfare at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, where she manages an active research group
Stress Less for Tests
Learn practical skills and strategies to decrease test anxiety, and enhance energy & performance throughout the semester and during exam periods. Go at your own pace through the series of 5 - 15 minute lessons in this special online, on-demand program with Kathy Somers of the Stress Management & High Performance Clinic. You have lifetime
Workplace Writing Series: Q&A on Writing in Life Sciences (ONLINE)
Do you ever wonder about the writing demands placed on scientists working in the private sector? Join us virtually as we ask Dr. Travis Francis to share his experiences and advice! See his bio below: Travis Francis is an experienced life sciences professional with diverse experience spanning academia and industry, including roles as Grad Pathway Coordinator at
Project SOY Plus 2025 Finale Open House
Project Soy Plus - Sustainable Opportunities for You Join us for the Project SOY Plus 2025 Finale Open House, celebrating innovation at the intersection of art and sustainability! This event takes place at the University of Guelph's Waasamowin (Atrium) in the Summerlee Science Complex. Explore innovative student projects and artistic expressions that shape a more
SPSS micro 10: Simple linear regression
Looking for a statistics tune-up using SPSS? Come to the sixth workshop in our 11-part series to teach you the basics! In SPSS micro 6: Independent samples t-test, you will learn the data type required for the test, check the assumptions for the test, and conduct both an independent samples t-test and a Wilcoxon signed-rank
Clothing Swap with Drop and Cop
Ready to refresh your wardrobe—for free? Drop in anytime between noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 21 at the Art Gallery of Guelph for a curated clothing swap hosted by Drop and Cop, a University of Guelph student-led club that promotes a circular economy. Bring your clean, gently used items and earn credits to
World Water Day 2025
Join us on Friday March 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Richards 3504, University of Guelph for our annual celebration of World Water Day! 🌍 The theme for this year is Glacial Preservation – more information can be found on the United Nations website. We have an incredible line up of speakers, including Emmanuelle
March Open House
Open house event for prospective students and their families. Tour campus, explore residences, facilities and labs, attend information sessions, and chat with faculty, staff and currents students at the resource fair.
Virtual Bird Sounds Series
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaInto birding but the songs have you stumped? Whether you are new to learning bird sounds or you want a good refresher, this course is for you. Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures that cover over 150 bird species! We
Write to Publish : Communicating with Journals and Negotiating Publishing Contracts
When planning to publish your work, knowing how, when, and what to communicate with a journal editor can increase your chances of acceptance and open new opportunities. This two-part session will cover key correspondence—before, during, and after submitting your manuscript, followed by a discussion on how to understand and negotiate your publishing contracts. We'll have